The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"
"Do you believe in rock and roll?"
Released 4 years ago in 2022. The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" is a documentary/music film. directed by Mark Moormann.
Starring Don McLean, Garth Brooks, and Peter Gallagher
Synopsis
With a narrative running deeper than a catchy tune and cryptic verses, “American Pie” is a musical phenomenon woven deep into the history of American culture, entertaining audiences around the world for over 50 years. This documentary tells the stories of the people who were a part of this moment from the beginning, shows the point of view of a new generation of artists who are motivated by the same values and ideas that inspired the song’s creation, and highlights cultural moments in America’s history that are as relevant now as they were in 1971, when the song was released.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 8, 2022
3 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Meteor 17
- MTV Documentary Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" about?
With a narrative running deeper than a catchy tune and cryptic verses, “American Pie” is a musical phenomenon woven deep into the history of American culture, entertaining audiences around the ...
Who directed The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"?
The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" was directed by Mark Moormann.
How long is The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"?
The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" released?
The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" was released on July 8, 2022 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"?
The main cast of The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" includes Don McLean, Garth Brooks, Peter Gallagher, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Harvey Mason Jr..